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11 Illegal Aliens Smuggled Inside Traffic Cones
Human smugglers continue to develop new tactics for transporting illegal aliens.
Far-Left Travis County DA to Receive Supplemental Security at Taxpayer Expense
Beyond the eye-popping sum, this could violate the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Rep. De La Cruz Forms South Texas Water Working Group to Address Shortages
Mexico’s compliance with the 1944 Water Treaty is a top priority for De La Cruz, as well as proactive efforts necessary to address water shortages.
The Nonprofit Pushing “Trans” Programming on Minors
This is part two of the investigation into Out Youth Austin.
The Archive
Austin American-Statesman notes TFR formation
On the "Postcards from the Lege" section of the Statesman's website, reporter Mike Ward noted the formation of Texans for Fiscal Responsibility. Check out his actual posting here. Fiscal policy watchdog formsBy Mike Ward | Tuesday, December 5, 2006,...
Sullivan to lead Texans for Fiscal Responsibility
New organization offers vision, leadership on tax relief, spending reformsAdvocacy efforts focused on promoting sound fiscal policy among lawmakers, taxpayersAUSTIN, Texas – Unveiled in Austin today is a new organization, Texans for Fiscal Responsibility, developed...
State Auditor: Higher Ed High on the Hog
Today, the Texas State Auditor released a detailed report on the number of full-time equivalent employees in state government. The central conclusion of the report is that, while state agencies have reduced their number of FTE's by 8.4 percent since 1997, higher...
Suddenly Responsible?
The San Antonio Express-News has suddenly decided that lawmakers need to slow down when it comes to decisions on the budget. They need to proceed deliberately, waiting on revenue certifications and the like. Why this sudden concern for fiscal responsibility from the...